66th Annual Chain O' Lakes Fishing Derby and Winter Festival

Name: 66th Annual Chain O' Lakes Fishing Derby and Winter Festival
Start: Saturday, February 14, 2026
End: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Location: Turtle Beach Marina

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Turtle Beach Marina
42273 N Woodbine Ave
Antioch, IL 60002
Website | Map

66th Annual Chain O' Lakes Fishing Derby and Winter Festival

The 66th annual Ice Fishing Derby will return to Antioch, continuing its legacy as the longest-running ice fishing derby in the Midwest.

Organizers are seeking community support for the event and encourage those interested in contributing to reach out. The tradition features ice fishing alongside a variety of bucket, 50/50 and meat raffles. In honor of the upcoming holiday, the event will also include a special Valentine’s Day couple’s package raffle.

Admission Cost

For more information, call

< Back to Calendar of Events

Feb. 12

The Station 51 Signature Wine Experience

2/12/26
Station 51 invites you to an unforgettable pre-Valentine’s celebratio...

Feb. 17

Family Bingo Night at Station 51

2/17/26
Gather your friends and family for an evening of Bingo fun at&nbs...

Mar. 17

St. Patrick's Bingo at Station 51 in Antioch

3/17/26
St. Patrick’s Day gets a festive twist at Station 51 with a one-night...

66th Annual Chain O' Lakes Fishing Derby and Winter Festival

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Turtle Beach Marina 42273 N Woodbine Ave Antioch, IL 60002 Website | Map

Turtle Beach Marina
42273 N Woodbine Ave
Antioch, IL 60002
Website | Map